Assistant Teaching Professor
University of Victoria - Department of Mathematics and Statistics

The Department of Mathematics and Statistics at the University of Victoria
invites applications for an Assistant Teaching Professor position, leading
to a continuing position, to commence July 1, 2019, or as soon as possible
after that date. Successful applicants will be welcomed into a stimulating,
collegial and culturally diverse department with an outstanding record in
both research and teaching, and a University community that is strongly
supportive of mathematical sciences training across a wide range of
disciplines.

A Ph.D. in Mathematics or Statistics is preferred, although outstanding
candidates holding a Master's degree may be considered. Successful
applicants will demonstrate a passion for teaching and will provide
documented evidence of excellence in the delivery of mathematical sciences
courses at the first- and second-year level. The successful candidate will
be expected to teach a wide range of courses within the Department. Ability
to teach introductory differential equations will be considered an extra
asset. Successful applicants will be expected to teach and co-ordinate
multi-section courses, to engage in curriculum development and scholarship
of teaching and learning (SoTL), and to contribute through service to the
Department and the University. Assistant Teaching Professors with a strong
record in both teaching and SoTL may apply to become a tenured Teaching
Professor after their eleventh year.

Applications should be made through
mathjobs.org,
and should include: a
cover letter detailing interest in and experience pertaining to the
position; a curriculum vitae; a teaching dossier (or equivalent
documentation) that outlines teaching experience, philosophy and
effectiveness; and at least three letters of reference in support of the
application. Questions about this position are welcomed and can be
addressed to the Chair of Mathematics and Statistics, Dr. Marcelo Laca
(mschair@uvic.ca). The Department encourages applicants who have
experienced career interruptions for parental or other types of leaves to
apply.

Review of applications will begin on January 3rd 2019 and will continue
until the position is filled.

The University of Victoria is located in Victoria, the capital of British
Columbia, at the southeastern tip of Vancouver Island. Founded in 1963, the
University is ranked as one of the leading universities in Canada with a
reputation for excellence in research and teaching. Victoria is one of the
most scenic locales in Canada with a pleasant climate year round. Faculty
and Librarians at the University of Victoria are governed by the provisions
of the Collective Agreement; Members are represented by the University of
Victoria Faculty Association
(www.uvicfa.ca).

The University of Victoria is an equity employer and encourages
applications from women, persons with disabilities, visible minorities,
Aboriginal Peoples, people of all sexual orientations and genders, and
others who may contribute to the further diversification of the
University. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, in
accordance with Canadian immigration requirements, Canadians and permanent
residents will be given priority.